> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://mkbrr.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Introduction

> mkbrr: Fast, Simple Torrent Creation & Management

## What is mkbrr?

**mkbrr** (pronounced "make-burr") is a simple yet powerful tool designed for creating, inspecting, and modifying `.torrent` files. Available as both a CLI and a desktop GUI, it intelligently handles specific requirements for various private trackers.

## Why use mkbrr?

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  <Card title="Blazing Fast" icon="rabbit-running">
    Optimized hashing performance that consistently beats other tools in benchmarks. See [Performance](/performance/benchmarks).
  </Card>

  <Card title="CLI & GUI" icon="window">
    Use the command line for automation or the [desktop GUI](/gui/overview) for visual torrent management.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Smart Features" icon="lightbulb">
    Includes support for reusable [presets](/features/presets) and [batch mode](/features/batch-mode) operations.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Portable" icon="box-archive">
    Distributed as a single, dependency-free binary for easy deployment across platforms.
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

## Technical Highlights

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  <Card title="Consistent Performance" icon="gauge">
    Standard deviation between runs is only 0.25-3.7%, compared to up to 39% variance with other tools.
  </Card>

  <Card title="High-Speed Processing" icon="rocket">
    21 GiB torrent creation in 7.24 seconds on Leaseweb SSD server, 6.27× faster than mktorrent.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Season Pack Analysis" icon="tv-retro">
    Automated detection of missing episodes in TV season collections. [Learn more](/features/season-packs).
  </Card>

  <Card title="Tracker Rule Enforcement" icon="shield">
    Built-in compliance with requirements for major private trackers. [Learn more](/features/tracker-rules).
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

## Getting Started

<Steps>
  <Step title="Install mkbrr" icon="download">
    Follow our [installation guide](/installation) to set up the CLI or [GUI application](/gui/overview) on your system.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Create Your First Torrent" icon="wand-magic-sparkles">
    **CLI:**

    ```bash theme={null}
    # Basic usage
    mkbrr create "path/to/data" -o my.torrent

    # With a tracker
    mkbrr create "path/to/data" -o my.torrent --tracker "http://tracker.url"
    ```

    **GUI:** Open the application and use the Create page to select files and configure your torrent visually.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Learn More" icon="book">
    Check out our [guides](/guides) to learn about advanced features:

    * [Creating torrents](/guides/creating-torrents)
    * [Using presets](/features/presets)
    * [Batch operations](/features/batch-mode)
    * [GUI Application](/gui/overview)
  </Step>
</Steps>

<Note>
  mkbrr is actively maintained and regularly updated. Join our [Discord](https://discord.gg/WQ2eUycxyT) community and check the [Changelog](/changelog) for updates.
</Note>